Historical Events tagged with "torvalds"
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Release of Linux Kernel Version 0.01
The first version of the Linux kernel, 0.01, was released by Linus Torvalds to the Internet. This initial release marked the beginning of a significant open-source project, aimed at creating a free Unix-like operating system alternative. The kernel was made available to developers and enthusiasts who wanted to modify and improve it. This first version contained the essential functionalities necessary for basic operation and was distributed over idealistic bulletin board systems (BBS) and the Internet, attracting interest among programmers worldwide.
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